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Door Latch Replacement

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  1. Remove the rear door trim.
  2. Remove the rear door trim seal (A).
    NOTE:
    • Replace any damaged door trim seal.
    Fig 1: Locating Rear Door Trim Seal
    G11816948Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Using a starwrench, loosen the mounting screws.

    Tightening torque: 

    6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Loosening Mounting Screws
    G11816949Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Disconnect the connector (A) and rod (B).
  5. Remove the rear door latch (C).
    Fig 3: Removing Rear Door Latch, Connector And Rod
    G11816950Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Make sure the connector is connected properly.
    • Make sure the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.
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